5th Medical Brigade Crewneck Sweatshirt - Design Overview
This crewneck sweatshirt prominently features the insignia of the 5th Medical Brigade (5 Med Bde) of the U.S. Army. The central artwork is the brigade's distinctive unit crest, a symbolic representation of its mission and values.
Visual Elements and Symbolism
The unit crest is the focal point. Typically, this crest includes heraldic elements that signify the brigade's history, role, and area of responsibility. These elements, though varying with specific designs, often incorporate medical symbols such as the Rod of Asclepius, representing healing and medicine, or crosses, indicative of medical support. The colors chosen for the crest further contribute to the design's meaning, frequently utilizing hues associated with medical services, such as green (for healing) and red (for valor and combat). The inclusion of specific shapes and imagery, such as arrows or stars, might denote readiness, direction, or achievements.
The design may also incorporate the unit's name, "5th Medical Brigade," and the U.S. Army affiliation. The placement of the crest and text is crucial for visual balance and recognition. The overall aesthetic is designed to immediately convey the wearer's association with the 5th Medical Brigade and the important work it performs.
Unisex Heavy-Blend Crewneck Sweatshirt
A clean, dependable crewneck engineered for everyday wear. The cotton/poly blend keeps prints bright and the fit approachable — neither too boxy nor too snug. It's the sort of sweatshirt you reach for when comfort matters.
Product Highlights
Built from a balanced cotton and polyester mix, this crewneck gives you the soft hand of cotton with the color-keeping and shape retention polyester offers. That fabric combo helps printed artwork look crisp and vibrant, wash after wash.
Practical construction details — a ribbed knit collar that holds its shape and the absence of side seams — remove common annoyances so the sweatshirt feels smooth and lasting during everyday use.
- Cotton/poly blend for softness, durability, and color retention
- Ribbed knit collar to prevent stretching and keep a neat neckline
- No side seams for a cleaner feel against the skin
- Midweight construction — warm without bulk
- Made to hold print detail and color after repeated washing
Fit & Style Notes
The cut is unisex and intended to be versatile — choose your normal size for a classic fit or size up if you prefer a relaxed, contemporary silhouette. The length and sleeve proportions are tuned for easy layering.
Style it with high-waist jeans for a clean look, throw on a lightweight coat for chilly commutes, or match with joggers for a comfortable set. Works well with bold prints or minimalist branding.
Size Guide
For best results, measure a crewneck you already own laid flat and compare the chest width and length to the chart below.
| Size | Width (in) | Length (in) | Sleeve (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | 20.00 | 27.00 | 33.50 |
| M | 22.01 | 28.00 | 34.50 |
| L | 24.00 | 29.00 | 35.50 |
| XL | 26.00 | 30.00 | 36.50 |
| 2XL | 28.00 | 31.00 | 37.50 |
| 3XL | 30.00 | 32.00 | 38.50 |
| 4XL | 32.00 | 33.00 | 39.50 |
| 5XL | 34.00 | 34.00 | 40.50 |
Tip: For a trendier, roomy fit, size up one. For layering under a jacket, stick to your usual size.
Care Instructions
- Machine wash cold (max 30°C / 90°F)
- Use non-chlorine bleach only when necessary
- Do not dry clean
- Tumble dry on low heat
- Do not iron
